Oyakodon: Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl

Ingredients and Weight:

• Boneless, skinless chicken thighs: 1 pound
• Large eggs: 8
• Onion: 1 medium (about 8 ounces)
• Green onions: 1/4 cup, chopped
• Japanese rice: 4 cups (cooked)
• Soy sauce: 1/4 cup
• Mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine): 1/4 cup
• Sake (Japanese rice wine): 1/4 cup (optional)
• Sugar: 2 tablespoons
• Dashi (Japanese soup stock): 1/2 cup (or substitute with 1/2 cup chicken broth)
• Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Slice the chicken thighs into thin strips.
2. Thinly slice the onion.
3. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, onion, soy sauce, mirin, sake (if using), sugar, and dashi. Mix well and let marinate for 15 minutes.
4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. Add the chicken mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through.
6. Push the chicken mixture to one side of the pan.
7. Crack the eggs into the other side of the pan and cook, stirring constantly, until scrambled.
8. Combine the chicken and egg mixture and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until heated through.
9. Serve the rice in bowls and top with the Oyakodon mixture.
10. Garnish with chopped green onions.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Fat: 10g
• Sodium: 600mg

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and sweet
• Comforting and filling
• Perfect for a quick and easy dinner or lunch

User Comments:

• "This is my go-to weeknight dinner. It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser."
• "The flavors are amazing! The chicken is tender and juicy, and the eggs are perfectly scrambled."
• "I love the combination of rice, chicken, and eggs. It's the perfect meal for a cold day."
• "This is a great dish to introduce people to Japanese cuisine. It's simple but delicious."
• "I highly recommend this recipe. It's a delicious and affordable meal that the whole family will enjoy."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If dashi is not available, use chicken broth instead.
• For a richer flavor, use homemade dashi.
• Serve immediately for best flavor.